Can you let baby play without a cover? I'm looking for a breathable option for around the house.
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In theory you could but I think I have a heavy wetter and the front of the diaper would be soaked before I knew it. I find hybrid fitteds to work better for a breathable option
27926
Absolutely. You will be able to feel it when it gets damp. It holds a lot so I wouldn't worry about messes. I did it all the time when mine wore diapers.
27927
Once prepped, this diaper is very absorbent! So I think it would be just fine to go cover less during the day.
27928
You can, technically, but bear in mind that the entire diaper gets very wet so without a cover, anything baby sits on will be wet as well - and will smell like pee. Many people swear by wool covers for a breathable option.
493519
These would help wick away moisture which is what they do in a cloth diaper to help keep the baby's skin dry. You would probably have to cut them down to size, I would just buy some fleece at the fabric store, it would be cheaper.
267545
It's fine for summer without the cover - but obviously baby is going to be a little bit warmer being so close to you so be mindful of not putting too much clothing on them. We're in Australia so the summers are very hot and humid.
725558
Yes. The only fabric you cannot use directly against the skin is microfiber. These are bamboo on top of microfiber so they would be fine against babies skin.
1202477
Well I live in Seattle, so the temp hasn't gotten too high here- 60s- but we haven't had any problems with overheating. I probably wouldn't use it during the summertime unless you have air conditioning going- I keep their rooms between 68-70 and they're fine. I just put him in light cotton pjs-(carters 2piece pjs) and socks. I have noticed that the polyester type 2piece pjs seem to keep him on the warmer side, so intend not to put socks with those or only use those on colder nights. As it gets warmer I'll use it with just at shirt or onesie underneath. But once summer hits, I either switch to the thin cotton sleep sack or just put them to bed in their pjs. So it probably depends how hot it is where you live and how warm you keep your house but my son doesn't get overheated if his room is kept between that 65-70 mark. Hope that's helpful :)
2120007
It is hot, even on low it will hurt a toddler. Great product, but unless is it behind a gate or something like that -- I would be very hesitant to use it around the baby.
710049
My baby is 17 months and we can still make it work. Like the other mamas, I just loosen the straps so baby can move back a bit. Totally doable and with the hood, stays pretty discreet. You can always add a blanket or cape thingy if you're concerned about anyone seeing, though I don't personally think there's anything to hide about nourishing baby!
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I dont think that ive seen a definitive from the company but since BB is a reputable company and rates the product from birth -3yrs it implies that the bottom material is breathable, and I tested it by breathing through it...I was worried for the first few days or so but now that my son is older (9.5 months) I feel secure that he's mobile enough to right himself. We actully started using irlt when he got too big for his bassinet, and was turning. It's curious that they didn't just make the bottom mesh but the light blocking helps keep baby asleep.
635339
I tried that at first but found it was unnecessary. I just fold the cloth to fit the cover and snap the cover over it. I paired with the thirsties snap cover and have been diapering this way for 18mo.
1331686
I like to use one so the baby isn't laying on a cold surface but you don't need one (and in fact, when there are blowout diapers, I remove the cover and change on just the pad to make cleanup easier)
1671664
No, it's a fleece fabric. Not breathable mesh. I would probably not recommend it for a baby who sleeps up against the bumper
2004429
Yes, but it isn't waterproof. If your newborn leaks it might still get on the actual matress therefore defeating the purpose of a matress cover.
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I use a waterproof cover on the top of this mattress then I put Fitted Pack N Play Sheet. Though the waterproof cover we use can't fit wholly but it is ok for our child and it helps to prevent splits/leaks. Hope that helps!
1298013
I haven't tried that but I can imagine that would work nicely. My baby sleeps directly on top of it and for the most part it stays in place well. The fabric is absorbent and breathable so when she spits up it does a good job of keeping her relatively dry.
1114247
You would want to buy a separate cover. You could lay your baby on it but I wouldn't do that. I would not put it in the washing machine. You can just spray and wipe clean.
990633
These are made to use with just a cover. Like flip cover or thirsties duo covers. You could use then with a pocket diaper but it would be very bulky. They are made to be able to touch the baby's skin.
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If you're going to be using it in spring/summer, I'd recommend buying the cotton suit instead of the microfleece. Hands and feet are uncovered, so with a light onesie or just a diaper underneath, baby shouldn't be at risk of overheating.